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L-R: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Councilmember Hoang Tran, Serena Starr, Sen. Claire Wilson, Council President Susan Honda, and Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson at the Federal Way pride flag raising event on June 1. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

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Diversity pride flag flying at Federal Way City Hall throughout June

Eight vivid colors are flying above Federal Way City Hall throughout June in honor of Pride Month.

Sunset Three Twenty apartments in Federal Way (1901 SW 320th Street). Courtesy photo

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Federal Way apartment rents increase 7.6% over the past year

May marks the sixth straight month Federal Way has seen rent increases.

Graphic rendering of ADU design used for Renton’s Permit Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit program (courtesy of City of Renton)

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Backyard cottages might offer a partial solution to King County’s housing problem

Some cities are embracing the solution better than others.

A local band performs at the Taste of Federal Way in 2019. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

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First monthly Federal Way’s Got Talent competition to be held June 5

Summer competition series open to local performers.

Photos by Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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King County Council approves $631 million emergency COVID budget

Staff reports

Federal Way City Council pictured on May 18. Zoom screenshot

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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Federal Way

The month of May has been recognized as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Federal Way,…

Cpl. Grant Bassett, left, and Federal Way Police Chief Andy Hwang pose for a photo after the presentation of the 2020 Officer of the Year award on May 25. Photo courtesy of FWPD

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Hometown Hero: Federal Way officer honored for work on felony traffic investigations

Corporal Grant Bassett, with nearly 21 years of experience as a police officer, was awarded the 2020 Officer…

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Woman shot with paintball while waiting at bus stop | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log May 18-24.

Flames attack the hillside in Bonney Lake on Sept. 8, 2020. (East Pierce Fire & Rescue photo)

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WA firefighters brace for potentially busy weekend

Washington state Department of Natural Resources firefighters were preparing for what could have been a busy Memorial Day…

The 2019 MSC Crab Feed & Auction raised $156,000. This year, the virtual event will be held June 5. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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Virtual auction, fundraiser for Federal Way’s Multi-Service Center kicks off June 1

The Crab Feed Auction and Fundraiser event is Saturday, June 5.

Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

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Visitors welcome to explore Washington state parks, recreation lands for free on Juneteenth

June 19 marks the fourth Discover Pass-free day in June.

An overhead view of Steel Lake and S. 312th Street in Federal Way. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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Federal Way property values see sharp increase in 2020

Median residential property values rose by double-digit percents in some Federal Way neighborhoods.

Photos of Kaloni Bolton. (Courtesy of Kristina Williams)

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She couldn’t breathe: Child dies from asthma attack at Renton medical clinic

Family of Kaloni Bolton, 12, seeks answers as to why staff couldn’t treat her.

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Candidates file for Federal Way mayor, city council, school board and more

4 city council positions draw contenders; changes to come for school board directors, water district and fire commissioners.

Federal Way residents David Zumwalt, left, and Grace Lubrano stand over a bin of needles and a bucket of trash collected from encampments in the West Hylebos Wetlands Park in Federal Way on May 10. Photo courtesy of Grace Lubrano

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Divisive needle exchange will continue in Federal Way

Mayor says county program ‘is not coupled with common sense.’

Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Carnival at The Commons mall open through May 30

Rides, games to enjoy at The Commons mall in Federal Way May 21-30.

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Drug paraphernalia left on bed starts fire at Eastwind Motel | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log May 12-18.

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First ORCA card free for youth ages 6-18

ORCA cards accepted on Sound Transit, King County Metro, Washington State Ferries, and more.

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King County health officer issues directive urging continued use of face masks

Effort needed to slow the spread of COVID-19

Zooma Falls at Wild Waves Theme & Water Park. Courtesy photo

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Wild Waves Theme & Water Park to open June 18

Park reservation is required to visit the outdoor theme and water park.